Periya
About Periya
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periya village is 627298. Periya village is located in Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Mananthavady (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Kalpetta. As per 2009 stats, Thavinhal is the gram panchayat of Periya village.
The total geographical area of village is 6250 hectares. Periya has a total population of 11,174 peoples, out of which male population is 5,574 while female population is 5,600. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1004 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periya village is 78.73% out of which 81.32% males and 76.14% females are literate. There are about 2,571 houses in periya village. Pincode of periya village locality is 670644.
Koothuparamba is nearest town to periya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
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Population of Periya
The population details of Periya cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,174 | 5,574 | 5,600 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,125 | 598 | 527 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 359 | 173 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2,610 | 1,310 | 1,300 |
| Literate Population | 8,797 | 4,533 | 4,264 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,377 | 1,041 | 1,336 |
Connectivity of Periya
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Periya
Where is Periya located?
Periya village is situated in Mananthavady Taluka, within the Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periya?
The Gram Panchayat of Periya is Thavinhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Periya?
The pincode of Periya is 670644, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periya is 11,174, with 5,574 males and 5,600 females.
How many households are there in Periya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periya village has a total of 2,571 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periya is 78.73%. The male literacy rate is 81.32%, while the female literacy rate is 76.14%.